Carve Your Own Peregrine Falcon

Learn to sculpt a stunning falcon from wood using simple tools and timeless techniques. Guided by artist Julia German, this hands-on mini-course walks you through every step of the process—from block to bird.

Just $25 – Enroll Anytime.

Ever Wanted To Try Wood Carving?

If you've ever wanted to try wood carving but felt unsure where to start, this course was made for you.

No need for a studio or expensive tools. All you need is a small work surface, a few basic carving tools, and a block of wood. In this course, you'll learn by creating a beautiful sculpture: Harold the Peregrine Falcon.

Taught by artist and educator Julia German, this course honors the joy of craftsmanship, the beauty of birds, and the meditative rhythm of shaping something with your hands.

By the end of this course, you’ll have:

  • Completed your own carved peregrine falcon sculpture

  • Gained foundational carving techniques using simple tools

  • Built confidence to take on your next carving project

  • Discovered the magic of bringing wood to life

Whether you're brand new to carving or returning to it with fresh eyes, this course offers a complete, step-by-step experience.

Meet Julia German

Julia is a fine artist based in Nederland, Colorado. Her work celebrates the natural world, transformation, and the joy of learning through creation. Her sculptures and paintings reflect deep curiosity, reverence for nature, and a commitment to guiding others through creative process.

"If the revolution must be joy, then let my work invite us to step into that future with a sense of awe and possibility."

With warmth and clarity, Julia makes carving feel approachable, meaningful, and meditative.

What’s In The Course?

Each module is crafted to help you steadily bring your falcon to life:

  • Getting Ready to Carve - Gather your materials, reference images, and understand how the course flows.

  • Preparing a Foam Model - Practice proportions and shaping using a test block of foam.

  • Visualization & Drawing - Learn to draw directly onto your carving block to guide your work.

  • Roughing Out - Use chisels and mallet to make bold, foundational cuts.

  • Initial Shaping - Begin refining the form to reveal your bird’s silhouette.

  • Refining - Deepen the shape and expression with detailed knife work.

  • Detailing - Carve feathers, facial features, and final accents.

  • Sanding & Finishing - Smooth the surface and prepare your sculpture for display or sealant.

8 high-quality video lessons

Reference image sets

A downloadable materials list

Start-to-finish visual guides for each phase

Lifetime access – start anytime, revisit whenever you like

Start Your Wood Carving Journey Today

This course is open for enrollment now. For just $25, you'll gain lifetime access to a beautifully crafted creative experience.

Enroll Now and Begin Carving

Let this be your invitation to slow down, shape something beautiful, and reconnect with your hands and imagination.

You don't need to be a sculptor to start. You just need a block of wood, a little curiosity—and a guide like Julia.